Kolkata: Chief minister Mamata Banerjee expressed shock on Thursday as news started trickling in about the Ahmedabad plane crash. In a post on X, chief minister Banerjee wrote, "Stunned and profoundly shocked to know of the most tragic Air India plane crash at Ahmedabad today.

It is very sad news for all of us, and I convey my condolences to the victim families, even while we anxiously wait for survivors' details and pray for the survival of all.

"The chief minister said, "The crash during take-off of the London-bound plane has shaken and saddened me to my core. While we do not know the exact figures, media reports indicate that there were 242 passengers on the plane. I am praying to God at this moment."Later, party national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee also expressed his deep anguish about the tragedy. "I am deeply anguished by the tragic crash of the Air India aircraft in Ahmedabad. My heartfelt condolences to the families who lost their loved ones in this heartbreaking incident. A thorough and transparent investigation must be undertaken by the govt of India to ascertain the cause of this tragedy. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured and strength for the bereaved to cope with this immense loss," he wrote on X.